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Lemon Honey Glazed Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Sue
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American Fusion

Description

This Lemon Honey Glazed Chicken recipe features tender chicken breast strips coated in a crispy cornstarch mixture, pan-fried to a golden brown, then simmered in a tangy and sweet lemon honey glaze. The glaze combines honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, and rice vinegar with garlic and butter for a flavorful, sticky finish. Perfect served over steamed rice, this dish balances savory, sweet, and citrus notes for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Chicken and Coating

  • 3 chicken breasts, cut into strips
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt, to taste

Glaze

  • 1 cup honey
  • ⅔ cup soy sauce
  • ½ cup lemon juice
  • ¼ cup rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

Cooking

  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Heat oil: In a large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium-high heat to prepare for frying the chicken strips.
  2. Prepare glaze: In a small bowl, mix together 1 cup honey, ⅔ cup soy sauce, ¼ cup rice vinegar, and ½ cup lemon juice. Stir well to combine and set aside.
  3. Prepare chicken strips: Cut 3 chicken breasts into thin strips to ensure even cooking.
  4. Coat chicken: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup cornstarch, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and salt to taste. Toss the chicken strips in this mixture until fully coated.
  5. Fry chicken: Add the coated chicken strips to the hot skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until they turn golden brown on both sides, which should take approximately 5-7 minutes per side.
  6. Add aromatics: Add 3 tablespoons butter to the pan and allow it to melt. Then add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant but not burnt.
  7. Cook glaze: Pour the prepared honey glaze mixture into the skillet over the chicken. Reduce heat to medium and cook, spooning the glaze continuously over the chicken, until the sauce thickens and the chicken is cooked through. This should take about 5-8 minutes.
  8. Serve: Once the chicken is fully coated and the glaze has thickened nicely, remove from heat. Serve the lemon honey glazed chicken over steamed rice and enjoy.

Notes

  • Make sure to continuously spoon the glaze over the chicken while cooking to ensure it is evenly coated and flavorful.
  • Do not overcook the garlic when adding it to the pan to avoid bitterness.
  • If the glaze becomes too thick, add a splash of water or lemon juice to loosen it up before serving.
  • This dish pairs well with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables for a balanced meal.
  • Adjust the amount of honey or lemon juice according to your preferred sweetness or tartness level.

Find it online: https://suerecipe.com/lemon-honey-glazed-chicken-recipe/